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July 24, 2019

Guide to Rochester's Park Ave

Park Ave is a historic neighborhood in the city of Rochester, NY. With places to eat, drink, shop, and more, there's so much to do on any weekend or weekday. BTB put together a guide to help sort through all the attractions and places to visit on Park Ave.
July 19, 2019

Top 7 Ice Cream Shops in Rochester

A guide to the top ice cream shops in and around Rochester, NY. Rankings based on the ice cream quality, flavors, atmosphere, and location, this list gives you a good idea of where to treat yourself for a nice frozen treat. Enjoy outdoor seating, crazy and creative flavors, and milky, creamy, and fresh ice cream.
July 17, 2019

Letterboxing in Rochester

Letterboxing is an outdoor activity that helps you explore places all over the world. It's a modern-day treasure hunt that takes you around, searching for stamps to add to your logbook. Rochester is home to many of these boxes, so grab your supplies and get ready for an adventure!
July 15, 2019

Where Do the Bikes Go?

RIT is a bike-friendly campus, with numerous places to store and keep bikes during the academic year. Sometimes bikes get left on campus during the summer break, and many people have been asking what happens to them. BTB reached out to Public Safety and Parking to find out what happens to all the bikes on campus.
July 10, 2019

A Summer Bucket List for Any City

Summer vacation is the best time to have some fun. Sometimes you lose track of time, and before you know it summer is over you don't have any summertime things done. Use this summer bucket list to help you check off all the summer activities, no matter where you are.
July 2, 2019

7 Ways to ROC Your July Pride

Pride Month may be over, but Rochester keeps the celebrations going throughout the whole month of July. Check out this list of events happening, leading all the way up to the Pride Parade at the end of the month. From cookouts to silent discos, Rochester has something for everyone.
June 28, 2019

Top 7 Breweries in Rochester

A guide to the top craft breweries in Rochester, NY and Monroe County. Rankings based on food, atmosphere, and beer, this list gives you a good idea of where to start on your craft beer experiences. Enjoy outdoor seating, delicious food, and lots of live entertainment at some of these top spots.
June 25, 2019

Celebrating the Fourth of July in Rochester

Looking for some ways to celebrate the Fourth of July in Rochester, NY? Look no further than this list of the top festivals, parades, and celebrations. Whether you want to watch some fireworks, go to a parade, relax at a picnic, attend a cook-out, or listen to some live music, Rochester has something for everyone.
June 19, 2019

Travel Tips: Top 10 Modes of Transportation

When traveling, one of the key things to figure out is how you'll get around. There are so many modes of transportation, so BTB put together a list of the top ways to get from point A to point B. Ranging from the basics to the rarer types, check out the top ten ways to get around while traveling.